Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, (gov.krd) - The Kurdistan Regional Government condemns the murder by the Islamic State terrorist organisation, ISIS, of Kayla Mueller, an American who had traveled to Syria to provide humanitarian assistance to those in need.

The kidnapping and murder of humanitarian workers runs counter to all basic moral imperatives that are the foundation of modern civilisation. ISIS has displaced millions of innocent civilians from their homes; their attacks on humanitarian aid workers demonstrate an incomprehensible and cynical callousness toward human life.

Ms. Mueller was a brave young woman who dedicated her life to the service of those in need. It is tragic that her life should be cut short. On behalf of the people of Kurdistan, the Kurdistan Regional Government expresses its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Kayla Mueller and we should continue working hand in hand to combat this terrorist organisation.